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Machulo La Trek – Trip Report

Jalal Haider — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 17:20:14 +0000

The days are getting noticeably shorter now in Pakistan. Most of the valleys only spend a short time in the sun. The high mountains cast a shadow by mid-afternoon. The officer who patrols the green suspension bridge halfway between Skardu and Khaplu seems somewhat surprised to see us again. I disembark in fading light and […]

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Tips for trekking to K2 Base Camp

Gul Zaman — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 16:06:58 +0000

Having seen other tips on the internet, I thought I’d share my experience too. We did the K2 base camp trek with a local tour operator and we decided this way after huge research. After looking into many Pakistani tour operators, I decided to go with which was a great decision! Their prices, guides, safely […]

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Clothing Tips for Female Trekkers in Pakistan

Arooba Dar — Sat, 20 Jun 2020 18:30:56 +0000

All the trekking trails in Pakistan are in the northern mountain areas of Pakistan. The mountain communities of Karakoram are much more liberal than others. The cities of Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore for example are also modern/urban cities where you can often find girls wearing jeans and tight shirts. You can wear your t-shirt and […]

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Tips for Acclimatization Medications for Trekking

Gul Zaman — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 21:56:24 +0000

Each person must always be responsible for bringing and planning their own medications and personal medical kit. Please consult with your physician and current literature for the most up to date advice. **The following is only a general outline and should not in any way be substituted for the regimen advised by your own physician. […]

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Tips for High Altitude Trekking in Pakistan

Aimen Ayub — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 20:56:08 +0000

If you’ve never walked in high altitudes (above 5,000 feet), you will soon be introduced to a part of the world like no other. A great challenge comes along with the dramatic scenery and culture that journeys to K2 Base Camp, Gondogoro La, and the Snow Lake Trail provide. Proper physical conditioning is absolutely essential […]

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How to Obtain a Trekking Permit in Pakistan?

Arsalan Karim — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 16:03:15 +0000

Trekking permits can be only be applied for by designated tour operators of Pakistan. This should normally not be a traveler’s concern but in case you want to find out more about it, we give a detailed description about the procedures and fees below. The trekking permits are issued by Gilgit-Baltistan Council Secretariat (a government […]

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30 Must-Have Gears for Trekking in Pakistan

Aimen Ayub — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:31:02 +0000

We are providing you with three lists of items, equipment, and gears for trekking in Pakistan. List 1: Must-Have Items List 1 contains items and equipment that you must bring. First Aid Pack (Diamox (Altitude), Dioralite (re-hydration salts), antiseptic cream, blister treatment, throat lozenges, plasters, Imodium (diarrhea treatment), painkillers) Hiking Backpack (Day Pack) 32-42 Litres […]

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Things to Know About Altitude Sickness (AMS) in Pakistan’s mountains

Aimen Ayub — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 19:31:18 +0000

The Northern Areas of Pakistan have a history of tourism and mountaineering. K2 , Broad Peak, Nanga Parbat, Gasherbrum I and Gasherbrum II are five of the 14 peaks in the world over 8,000 meters and are all internationally renowned mountaineering challenges. Most of the highest mountains in Pakistan are located in the Karakoram range, […]

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12 Tips for Solo Females Visiting Pakistan

Hafsa Waheed — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 22:49:26 +0000

Given below are our top tips for female travelers visiting Pakistan. Please note that they have been chosen carefully in order of importance. If you have already read our piece “Is Pakistan safe for solo female travelers?”, please continue reading the important tips below. Tips for Solo Females Visiting Pakistan Keep a scarf in your […]

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Is Pakistan safe for solo female travelers?

Hafsa Waheed — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 22:45:14 +0000

According to a report on the tour-outfitters of the northern areas, one-third of the solo-travelers joining their travel-groups are female travelers. Most of the solo female travelers come from the United States, England, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, Canada, Singapore, and Korea. According to the report, the most concerned category of travelers before booking a holiday […]

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Is Pakistan safe to visit and travel?

Hafsa Waheed — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 21:30:00 +0000

This is an important question asked very frequently from Pakistani people but, unfortunately, there is no short answer to it. Is Pakistan safe to visit and travel in ? Since Pakistan is the 6th most populated country in the world, with a population of 200 million, composed of several provinces with many political, cultural, and […]

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12 Best Pakistan Travel Guide Books of All Time

Zarghuna Khan — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 15:01:44 +0000

1: Pakistan Traveller Budget version – by Tim Blight Dare to take the road less traveled with the world’s most comprehensive travel guidebook to Pakistan! Discover this intriguing and diverse country with the second edition of this fully researched, up-to-date travel guide. From the atmospheric streets of Lahore’s frenetic Walled City to the isolated forts […]

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List of Restricted Treks That Require Trekking Permit

Arsalan Karim — Wed, 27 May 2020 00:14:02 +0000

Pakistan’s northern areas is home world’s three great mountain ranges. These include the incredible Karakoram, the grand Himalayas and last but not the least the amazing Hindukush. The rich natural environment is made of mountains, glaciers, rivers, streams, lakes and pastures etc. The rugged and yet beautiful landscape of northern areas makes it a perfect […]

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List of Restricted/Prohibited/ Border Areas in Pakistan

Arsalan Karim — Tue, 26 May 2020 18:05:59 +0000

The following areas are restricted/prohibited/border areas for Foreign Nationals in Pakistan. Visiting these areas requires special permissions including permits, No-Objection Certificates from different state institutions. For more information, contact your local Pakistani tour operator (e.g. Apricot Tours) to guide you more on this subject. 1. Some Areas of Azad Kashmir A belt of 10 miles […]

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Trekking Rules and Regulations of Pakistan

Ali Gilani — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 14:21:00 +0000

Procedure for Applying for Permission Trekking means the act of traveling on foot to a maximum height of six thousand meters (6000 M) with the purpose of sight-seeing and recreation at various natural and cultural sites in places where means of modern transport are either not available or are purposely not used. Issue of permits […]

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